Description

3,8-Dihydroxy-1-Methoxy-9H-Xanthen-9-One is a high-purity xanthone derivative, a class of compounds known for their significant biological and chemical activity. This product is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and reference standard in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, natural product synthesis, and as a building block for novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammation, cancer, and neurological disorders.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in HPLC and LC-MS for the identification and quantification of xanthone derivatives in complex matrices.
• Natural Product Research: Acts as a synthetic analog or precursor for studying the structure-activity relationships of naturally occurring bioactive xanthones.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials due to its stable fused-ring structure.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in in-vitro studies to investigate antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, or other mechanistic pathways.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredient Development: Explored for potential use in advanced skincare formulations targeting oxidative stress.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,8-Dihydroxy-1-Methoxy-9H-Xanthen-9-One
CAS No.	39731-37-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₀O₅
Molecular Weight	258.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxy-3,8-dihydroxyxanthen-9-one; 3,8-Dihydroxy-1-methoxyxanthen-9-one; 1-Methoxy-3,8-dihydroxy-9H-xanthen-9-one; NSC 407347; Xanthone, 3,8-dihydroxy-1-methoxy-; 9H-Xanthen-9-one, 3,8-dihydroxy-1-methoxy-; 3,8-Dihydroxy-1-methoxy-9-xanthenone
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Quality Control

Our 3,8-Dihydroxy-1-Methoxy-9H-Xanthen-9-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.